Psychiatry Contract Corrections Chowchilla CA

Funk and Associates; Chowchilla (CA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 655,000; Part time

Job summary

Funk and Associates is seeking a Contract Psychiatrist for an adult men’s state correctional facility in Chowchilla, CA. The position offers part-time-to-full-time relief with an expected start ASAP and a schedule of two days per week, 7 a.m.–5 p.m., 2x10s, for at least six months.

The role focuses on outpatient-level psychiatric care in a forensic/correctional environment, with earning potential over $655k/year at full-time, and no visa sponsorship is available.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required; Board Certified / Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
• Active California medical license and active California DEA.
• At least 12 months of adult psychiatry experience in the last 3 years.
• BLS certification and medical malpractice insurance required.
• Experience in correctional / forensic psychiatry and comfort with high-acuity patients.
• Familiarity with Cerner EHR.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
• Deliver ongoing care within a secure, multidisciplinary correctional setting.

Skills

Board Certified / Board Eligible in PS

Active California medical license

Active California DEA

BLS certification

Correctional / forensic psychiatry

Education

MD/DO

Tools

Cerner EHR

Job description

Contract Psychiatrist – State Correctional Facility (Chowchilla, CA)

Step into a correctional psychiatry role in Chowchilla, CA—providing outpatient-level care part time in a state correctional setting with earning potential over $655k/year at full time.

Job Highlights

• Title: Contract Psychiatrist (Inpatient Forensic / Correctional)
• Location: Adult men’s state correctional facility – Chowchilla, CA
• Contract Type: 6–12 month relief contract (ASAP start)
• Schedule: In-person, any two days Mon-Fri, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. (2x10s) for at least 6 months
• Earning Potential: $300-655k/year depending on part time or full time status
• Setting: Adult men’s outpatient-level psychiatric care in a forensic / correctional environment
• Visa: No visa sponsorship

Top Qualifications

• MD or DO required; Board Certified / Board Eligible in Psychiatry.
• Active California medical license and active California DEA.
• At least 12 months of adult psychiatry experience in the last 3 years (inpatient or high-acuity preferred).
• BLS certification and medical malpractice insurance required.
• Experience in correctional / forensic psychiatry and comfort with high-acuity, justice‑involved patients.
• Familiarity with Cerner EHR.

Call to action: If you’re a board‑certified/eligible psychiatrist interested in high‑acuity inpatient forensic work with top‑tier earning potential, contact us today about this Chowchilla contract.

Role Overview

This assignment is at an adult men’s correctional facility in Chowchilla, California, serving patients with outpatient‑level psychiatric needs. You will provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and ongoing care within a secure, multidisciplinary environment.

Key Details & Requirements

• Orientation: Up to 40 hours of orientation may be required.
• Compliance & Screening:
  • Criminal background check required.
  • Drug test required.
  • CALPERS affidavit required.
  • Current state employees are not eligible.

How to Learn More / Apply

For full contract and compensation details:

• Website: www.funkaa.net
• Email: [e-mail]